FREE WY NOTARY Record Retention Questions and Answers

Question 1

Is a Wyoming notary required by law to maintain a journal of notarial acts?

Accepted Answer

No, Wyoming law does not require a notary journal, but it is recommended.

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Yes, a journal is mandatory for all notarial acts.

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Only for notarizations involving real estate transactions.

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Only when performing remote online notarizations.

Question 2

If a Wyoming notary chooses to keep a journal, how long should the notary retain their notary records after the last notarization?

Accepted Answer

10 years.

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4 years.

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5 years.

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Indefinitely.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the information that should be included in a Wyoming notary's journal (if one is kept)?

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

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The name and contact details of the document signer.

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The type of notarial act performed.

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A description of the document notarized.

Question 4

In the event a Wyoming notary resigns their commission or it is revoked, what should be done with their notarial records (if any are kept)?

Accepted Answer

The notary should retain the records for 10 years.

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The records should be destroyed immediately.

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The records should be turned over to the Secretary of State.

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The records should be given to a fellow notary.

Question 5

A Wyoming notary decides to keep a journal of their notarial acts. What is the primary purpose of maintaining this journal?

Accepted Answer

To serve as evidence if the notary's actions are challenged.

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To provide personal information to law enforcement.

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To track the notary’s income from fees.

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To ensure the notary performs a minimum number of notarizations each year.